1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
